The Giraffe House is currently closed for Kipi and her calf.


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The Latest Zoo News
Maryland Zoo Welcomes New Lemur Baby
Apr. 24, 2025
Giraffe Calf Naming Contest
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A Spring Surprise: Maryland Zoo’s Newest Giraffe Gives Birth to Calf
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